George Faught

Oklahoma

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George Faught (born July 14, 1962) is an American businessman and Republican politician from Oklahoma. Faught is the current Representative for District 14 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. House District 14 encompasses Muskogee, Fort Gibson, Braggs, Hulbert, and outlying areas. When the 51st Legislature was opened on February 5, 2007, Faught became the only Republican in state history to represent the historically Democratic 14th House District.

Committee Memberships

As of the 51st Oklahoma Legislature, George Faught, is a member of the following committees:

• Economic Development & Financial Services Committee - Vice-Chair

Faught is also a member of the following subcommittees:

• Health Subcommittee (Public Health Committee)
• Elderly & Long-term Care Subcommittee (Public Health Committee)
• Tourism & Recreation Subcommittee (Natural Resources Committee)

English As Official Language Bills

Faught was quick to spark controversy, when in January 2007 he filed a bill to make English the official language of Oklahoma. Democrat legislators and Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee and Creek, came out strongly against this legislation. [1] [2] [3] The bill passed through committee 9-7 [4], but never made it to the House floor.

In the 2008 session Faught, along with Rep. Randy Terrill (R, Moore) again filed legislation to make English the Official Language of Oklahoma. This time, the bill passed through the House, but was not brought up in the Senate. [5]

Election History

References

• Faught for State House 14
• Oklahoma House of Representatives: Rep. Faught
• Oklahoma State Election Board